NHTSA recall 24V-146 (24V146000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported February 23, 2024 - about 186,588 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 24V146000
- Also written as
- 24V-146
- Manufacturer number
- 256
- Reported
- February 23, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- ~186,588
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Why it is dangerous
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 256.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-146 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.